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Relevant Coursework

Data structures & Algorithm
Systems Programming
Database Systems
Web Programming
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Data Visualization
Embedded System
Networks

Language Familiarity

Python
Javascript
C
Java
HTML/CSS

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Last updated on 2021-02-09.

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Xuan You (XY) Lim

Currently looking for software engineering internships in 2021 & full time opportunities in 2022. Particularly experienced in data wrangling/ETL process with Python and data visualization with D3.js.

Education

B.S., Computer Engineering + B.A., Journalism

University of Washington

Seattle, WA

PRESENT - SEP 2017

  • Expected Graduation: December 2021

Level 3 Cadet

42 School Silicon Valley

Fremont, CA

SEP 2018 - JUL 2018

  • Passed beginner-level exam in C and learned Linux system and network admin tools.
  • Recreated from scratch a library of standard C functions e.g. atoi, strcpy, strcat etc.
  • Implemented memory leak-free function that reads lines from multiple file descriptors with Valgrind usage.

Selected Projects

Hate In America - Data Visualization Project

CSE 442: Data Visualization

University of Washington

DEC 2020 - SEP 2020

  • https://cse442-20f.github.io/FP-Hate-in-America/ - Data visualization story illustrating the trends of hate crimes & shortcomings of the data, awarded best use of Scrollytelling.
  • Wrangled data using Pandas library with Python and implemented force-directed bubble chart with Scrollytelling and choropleth map with D3.js.
  • Led a team of five on the narrative direction and data visualization techniques.

Artbuddy - Collaborative Editor

Dubhacks Hackathon 2020: Team Project

Seattle, WA

OCT 2020 - OCT 2020

  • Developed a collaborative text editor during a 24-hour hackathon using Convergence API with Javascript and Vue.js.
  • Learned and integrated Convergence API for backend data synchronization.
  • Integrated frontend Vue.js code with backend Javascript for deployment.

FCC Internet Complaints Map

COM 461: Data Reporting

University of Washington

JUN 2020 - MAR 2020

  • A complete solution to gather data from API and produce data visualization to present trend and location of FCC internet complaints.
  • Developed Python script to query FCC’s API and translate coordinates to county.
  • Implemented animated bubble map using D3.js showing origins of complaints by month.

Maze Generator & Solver

CSE 373: Data Structures & Algorithms

University of Washington

JUN 2019 - MAR 2019

  • Developed maze generator with Kruskal’s algorithm and data structures such as hash dictionary, disjoint set, graph and more in Java.
  • Developed maze solver using Dijkstra’s algorithm to find the shortest path.
  • Practiced pair programming for multiple programming assignments.

Engineering Design

ENGR 105: Introduction to Engineering Design

University of Washington

MAR 2018 - JAN 2018

  • Designed circuit and soldered electrical components for a dual-motor robot.
  • Programmed Arduino to coordinate movement and control of motors and servo with signals from ultrasonic and infrared sensors.

Selected Experiences

Campus Tour Guide

Office of Admissions

University of Washington

PRESENT - MAY 2018

  • Leading 75 minutes group tours with up to 50 prospective students and parents weekly.
  • Responsible for welcoming guests, representing the university in a positive manner, presenting student life on campus, and answering questions about the university.

Staff Writer

The Daily at the University of Washington

University of Washington

PRESENT - SEP 2017

  • Writing short to medium length articles published in Science and News sections.
  • Pioneered a column covering student entrepreneurs and their stories (StartDubs).

Context Team Lead

DRG - Journalism in Mis/Disinformation Beat

University of Washington

DEC 2020 - SEP 2020

  • Directed Research Group led by Melinda McClure Haughey, guided by Prof. Kate Starbird.
  • Ran SQL queries to extract tweets from PostgreSQL database for data analysis.
  • Collaborated with journalists to fulfill requests of social media data analysis, directed team meetings, and wrote paper analyzing journalism coverage of QAnon conspiracy.

Resident Advisor

Housing and Food Services

University of Washington

DEC 2020 - SEP 2018

  • Engaged and supported 60 - 70 residents to develop an inclusive and cohesive community within apartment-style residential living.
  • Responded to crisis situations which included reaching out to resources and working collaboratively with supervisors to follow up and documenting.

Editorial Intern

Premier Media Group

Greater Seattle Area, WA

SEP 2019 - JUN 2019

  • Produced and wrote medium length profile stories biweekly covering businesses on the Eastside which are published in 425 Business magazine.
  • Wrote short web stories weekly which are published online.
  • Involved in research, interview, writing, editing, and fact-checking processes.

Avionics Team Member

Society of Advanced Rocket Propulsion (SARP)

University of Washington

JAN 2019 - SEP 2017

  • Drafted Preliminary Design Report (PDR) for Ground Control module including specification and budget plan.
  • Assisted in design and development of ground control module.
  • Involved in networks and communication team.

Student Dining Staff

Housing and Food Services

University of Washington

MAR 2018 - OCT 2017

  • Responsible for serving espresso beverages, packaged and prepared food.
  • Managed espresso stand and operated cash register.

IT Intern

Justlogin Pte. Ltd.

Singapore

MAY 2017 - JAN 2017

  • Automated onboarding process by developing Excel template with Macros.
  • Created and tested test cases for bugs/new features on the Quality Assurance team.
  • Responsible for onboarding new customers through preparing Excel files, communication with customers and providing customer support over Zendesk.